Need help filing UI claim - system issues & can't get through on phone

Hey everyone, I'm having some trouble with my unemployment claim. I need to file a claim but I'm running into issues. Has anyone else had problems with this process lately? I tried calling but couldn't get through. Any advice on how to resolve this or what steps I should take next?

NYDOL Unemployment Eligibility Question - Can I qualify with $8k earnings in last quarter but less than $3400 in previous quarters?

Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with my unemployment claim. I was let go in January and I'm trying to figure out if I qualify. My earnings from October to December were about $8000, but I'm worried because I didn't make more than $3400 in any single quarter last year. Does anyone know if I still have a shot at qualifying? I've heard something about an 'alternate base period' but I'm not sure how it works or if it applies to me. Any advice would be really appreciated!

Can I reapply for UI benefits before my benefit year ends? Need advice ASAP!

Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle. My unemployment benefits ran out a few months ago, but I'm still not working. I heard that I might be able to reapply for additional benefits before my benefit year is up. Has anyone gone through this process? What should I expect? Any tips or advice would be really appreciated!

New York Unemployment: How many days until payment arrives after weekly certification?

Finally got approved for unemployment and did my first weekly certification. Anyone know how long it usually takes to see the money hit your account? I've got direct deposit set up with my bank already.

Need help getting through New York Unemployment phone lines - always busy!

Been trying to reach NY unemployment for days now. Every time I call the number its either busy or I get hung up on after going through all the prompts. Really need to talk to someone about my claim. Anyone know any tricks to get through? Starting to get desperate here since my benefits are on hold.

New York Unemployment: No contact after 6 weeks - no phone call or mail

Filed for unemployment benefits 6 weeks ago and haven't heard anything back. No phone calls, no mail, nothing. I check my account online but it just says pending. Starting to get really worried since rent is coming up. Anyone know how to actually talk to someone?

New York Unemployment login not working on mobile - any fixes?

The unemployment website won't let me login from my phone at all. Tried multiple times, different browsers, clearing cache, everything. Really frustrating since I'm not always near a computer. Anyone found a way to make the mobile login work?

How long does it take to receive first NYS unemployment payment after effective days start decreasing? ($421 weekly benefit, waiting period processed 11/14)

Just filed my first unemployment claim with New York State. My weekly benefit amount is $421.00 according to my portal. My Start/Effective Date is 11/04/2024 with a Benefit Year Ending Date of 11/09/2025. The system shows I have a Maximum Amount Payable of $10,946.00 with 104 Effective Days Remaining. I already completed my unpaid waiting period (which was processed on 11/14/2024) and certified for my first week ending 11/10/2024. When I check the portal, I can see my effective days going down, but no money has been deposited yet. According to the system information: "Each day in a week (Monday through Sunday) that you qualify for benefits is called an effective day. There is a maximum of 4 effective days each week, and you must qualify for all 4 effective days in order to receive your total weekly benefit rate. For each day in the week that you are not eligible to receive benefits, you will receive one less effective day, which is equivalent to one fourth of your weekly benefit rate." It also says: "Once your claim becomes payable, you may see fewer effective days remaining. This means you are being paid for those days and will soon see this change reflected via the funds in your bank account or debit card." My portal mentions that "If three days have passed since a payment was released and the funds are not in your account, you should contact the Way2Go Program Customer Service line at (844) 649-9845 if you have a debit card." Anyone know typically how long it takes to get the first payment? Since I'm seeing my effective days decreasing, does that mean the payment is already being processed? This is my first time filing, so I'm not familiar with the timeline.

Accidentally reported I earned over $504 on my unemployment certification for 11/27-12/3 - how do I fix this mistake and get my benefits?

I messed up on my weekly certification for the week of 11/28/2023-12/4/2023 and accidentally said I worked and earned more than $604 when I actually didn't make anything close to that. After submitting my claim, I got this message that says "Claim Complete - Your claim for the week of 11/28/2023-12/4/2023 has been entered for processing. Important Information - Because you worked and earned more than $604 you will not receive benefits for this..." I'm really worried because I need this money and I made a simple mistake on the form. I didn't actually work or earn any money during that week, but now the system thinks I did and is denying my benefits. Has anyone else done this before? Is there a way to correct a certification after it's been submitted? Can I call someone at unemployment to fix this certification mistake or do I need to file an appeal? I'm stressed because I was counting on this payment.

NY Department of Labor approved my UI claim - what's next with certification and the waiting period?